Charming Vintage Beach Bungalow Only One Block from the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 435 square feet

Cozy Vintage Bungalow; Quick 2 Block Walk to the Beach; Wraparound Porch with Rockers; Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms: Primary (Queen, TV, Dresser), Bedroom 2 Bunkbed with Twin on Top/Full on Bottom, (TV, Dresser/Closet); Shared Bath (Tub/Shower); Cozy Seating in the Living Area with 2 Upholstered Chairs & Leather Couch, TV; (All TVs have Extended Cable); Outdoor Shower; Giant Side/Backyard for your Outdoor Games; Short Drive to Eateries / Shopping / Grocery, Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Seasonal: Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks; Splash Pad; Farmer’s/Craft Markets; Short drive to Iconic Landmark OKI Lighthouse (Schedule Tour Ahead Online); 15 mins. to Laundromat/Wash & Fold Services; 20 mins. to the Quaint Town of Southport.

Cottage By The Sea is a Brief 2 Block Walk to the Sandy Beaches of the Sea. This Cozy Vintage Bungalow is the Choice for those that Seek Serenity in its Simplicity. Be a Southerner. Sit in the Rockers on the Wraparound Porch, (this may become your favorite spot). Drink some Sweet Tea. Smell that Fresh Salt Air & Feel the Ocean Breezes. Relive the Fun of the Day or Make Plans for the Adventures the Next Day Holds. Bring your Favorite Outdoor Games to Play in the Enormous Side & Back Yard.

As you enter, the Danish term Hygge comes to mind. A Quality of Coziness & Comfortability that Creates Feelings of Contentment & Well-Being. In the Living Area, 2 Navy Starfish Print Upholstered Chairs bring a Nautical Vibe into the Room. The Comfy Couch reminds you of Silky Golden Sands & the Pillow, Pigments of Coral. Unwind while you watch your Favorite Shows on the TV with Extended Cable. The Proximity of the Living, Dining & Kitchen Areas makes it possible to be Together while Engaged in your Own Activity. The Kitchen has all the Essentials including Drip Coffee Maker, Blender, 2 Slot Bagel-Sized Toaster, Cast Iron Pan & Crockpot. The Cottage-Style White Dining Table Seats 4 on Matching Stools. Service & Cleanup for Meals is Quick & Simple. Although there is No Automatic Dishwasher, You can Gaze out the Window above the Sink while you Wash the Dishes. Ella Fitzgerald Sang that View as, “Blue skies, Smiling at me, Nothing but blue skies, Do I see”.

This Cottage Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms. The 1st Bedroom has a Queen Bed, TV & a Dresser. The 2nd Bedroom has a Twin over Full Bunkbed, TV, Dresser & Modest Closet. They Share a Hall Bath with a Tub/Shower Combination. Outside, at the back of the home, is an Outdoor Shower with Hot & Cold Water. Rinse Off the Salt & Sand, but Not the Fun! Although there is No Washer/Dryer, there are Local Wash & Fold Services & Laundromats.

Please note: Linens are included with your reservations and your beds will be made prior to your arrival. Also a Welcome Bag will be waiting for you upon your arrival with starter supplies which includes 2 trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher powder, washing machine powder, dish sponge, modest shampoo and conditioner with bar of soap, make up remover, and 2 bottles of water.

Oak Island is a Family-Oriented Beach with a Grand Variety of Activities to Choose from. Not only can you Play in the Sand & Sun, but there are 2 Piers (Ocean Crest Pier & Island Way Restaurant are a Short Drive Away), Museums, Nature Parks & a Skateboard Park. Seasonally, Choose from an Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks, Splash Pad, & Farmer’s/Craft Markets. The Iconic Landmark, the OKI Lighthouse is in Caswell Beach. You can Schedule a Tour Ahead of time Online. It’s a Short Drive to a Substantial Variety of Eateries & Shopping opportunities. There are 2 Grocery Stores on the Island. If you don’t want to miss Leg Day, there is a Gym here with Daily & Weekly Drop-in Prices. Conveniently, there is a Laundromat & Wash/Fold Service, just a Short Distance away over the Barbee Bridge on the Mainland. They may have Pickup/Drop Off Services.

Nearby Southport is a walking town. Park & within a Short Stroll are Eateries from Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee & a Muffin to Seafood with a View & Upscale Dinner. In the Heart of Southport, you can Visit Various Stunning Parks, Art Galleries, Museums, the Visitor Center & Charming Stores. One could Spend an Entire Day Browsing all the Unique Little Gift Stores & Boutiques. Sit in the Swings on the Waterfront. Watch as the Cargo Ships Enter the Mouth of the Cape Fear River, headed to the Port of Wilmington. Feel the Healing Salubrious Breezes Southport is known for. Walk the River Beach. Southport & Oak Island host Several Fishing Tournaments, Festivals & Parades throughout the year. Within 20 mins. of Southport, you can Stroll the Picturesque Colonial Streets of Old Brunswick Town. The Hundred-Year-Old Live Oaks are just Dripping with Spanish Moss. It's All Photo-Worthy. Imagine Yourself in this Bygone Era. The Cape Fear River Made this Town a Port Long Before Wilmington became one. It’s all a part of the Cottage By The Sea experience.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Rental home booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• In the Southport area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• To get the best value, try shifting your family's Southport vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitor guides which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

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• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property owner before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your trip.
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• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• To make certain that damages are not linked to your stay, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. Call the property manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
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